READ ALL ABOUT IT!
All during the month of February, the Arts Council of the Twin Counties is encouraging people of all ages to pick up a book and read! Specifically, we want everyone to read “To Kill A Mockingbird” by Harper Lee and join your friends, family and neighbors in talking about this great American classic.
Dig out your old copy of “To Kill A Mockingbird” or stop in at your local library or bookstore and start reading TODAY! All February long, the Arts Council is sponsoring events based around the book including Brown Bag Lunches at churches throughout the Twin Counties to discuss topics from this classic novel, local libraries will host “To Kill A Mockingbird” book clubs by request, and screenings of the movie and a documentary about the Mockingbird phenomenon. All of the scheduled events are free and open to the public.
You’ll also want to dust-off your creative skills as we combine Literature and the Arts at a month-long exhibit of artwork inspired by the book. You draw it, paint it or sculpt it and we’ll display it at the Chestnut Creek School of the Arts during the month of February. Visitors to the school will vote for their favorite work in two categories: Artists 18 & Under and Artists 19 & Above. Winners will be announced at a reception at the school on Sunday, February 26 at 4pm. Works for the exhibit can be brought to Chestnut Creek School of the Arts between January 27 – February 11 to be displayed. All pieces must remain on display through February 26.
The Schedule of Events for READ ALL ABOUT IT is as follows:
Feb. 1 – 26
READ ALL ABOUT IT! An Exhibit of Art Inspired by “To Kill A Mockingbird”
You draw it, paint it or sculpt it and we’ll display it at the Chestnut Creek School of the Arts during the month of February. Visitors to the school will vote for their favorite work in two categories: Artists 18 & Under and Artists 19 & Above. Winners will be announced at a reception at the school on Sunday, February 26 at 4pm. Works for the exhibit can be brought to Chestnut Creek School of the Arts between January 27 – February 11 to be displayed. All pieces must remain on display through February 26.
Wednesday, Feb. 8 at Noon
Brown Bag Lunch with Elizabeth Vaughan
First Baptist Church at 1024 East Stuart Drive in Galax
Bring your lunch and spend an hour discussing the book and Ethical Morality as evidenced in “To Kill A Mockingbird” along with other topics.
Saturday, Feb. 11 at Noon
Behind the Book – A Screening of “Hey Boo: Harper Lee & To Kill A Mockingbird”
Grayson County Public Library at 147 S. Independence Avenue in Independence
Join us as we watch this entertaining and informative look “Behind the Book”.
Tuesday, Feb. 14 at Noon
Brown Bag Lunch with Rev. Kevin Campbell
Hillsville Presbyterian Church at 172 S. Main Street in Hillsville
Bring your lunch and spend an hour discussing the book and various topics that relate to today’s issues and concerns.
Wednesday, Feb. 15 at Noon
Brown Bag Lunch with Rev. Helen Beasley
Church of the Good Shepherd at 9441 Grayson Parkway (US Hwy 58) in Galax
Bring your lunch and spend an hour discussing the book and making the hard choice vs. the easy choice as evidenced in “To Kill A Mockingbird” along with other topics.
Tuesday, Feb. 21 at 6:30pm
St. Joseph’s Reading Club with Laura Romanowski
NEW LOCATION: 608 West Stuart Drive at the Arts Council Offices in Galax!
Come ready to talk about the book! What does Boo represent in the story? Is Atticus a good single parent? Who is your favorite character and why?
Thursday, Feb. 23 at 5pm
Dinner & A Movie – A Screening of “To Kill A Mockingbird” with a light meal*
Carroll County Intermediate School in Hillsville
As seating for the screening is limited and attendance is free of charge, we ask that you call the Arts Council at 276-238-1217 to reserve your space by Monday, Feb. 20th.
Sunday, Feb. 26 at 4pm
Read All About It! Art Show Awards Celebration
Chestnut Creek School of the Arts on Main Street in Galax
Join us as we celebrate our community’s artistic endeavors and award the People’s Choice Awards for Artists 18 & Under and Artists 19 & Over. Refreshments will be served.
